Electrical Engineering Draftsperson – Solar PV & BESS

Solar Start is looking for an Electrical Engineering Draftsperson to join our office-based technical team in Byron Bay. This is a full-time, permanent role preparing the design drawings and technical documentation for solar PV and battery (BESS) installations across NSW. You'll take each job from site assessment through to a compliant, install‑ready design package, with every design reviewed and signed off by our Technical Lead.

Key responsibilities

Prepare PV layouts, single-line diagrams and design documentation for solar PV and battery installations

Ensure all designs and drawings comply with current industry standards, regulations, and requirements

Maintain and update drawing registers, revision controls and templates to ensure consistency across all projects

Complete system sizing, string design and cable sizing calculations to AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 5139

Carry out virtual site assessments of switchboards, roofs and battery install locations





Prepare grid connection applications to DNSPs, including export limits and protection settings

Check sales quotes and proposals for technical feasibility and compliance

Estimate material quantities and prepare scope of works documents for each installation

Inspect completed installations for compliance with the design and relevant standards

About you

Diploma, Advanced Diploma or degree in engineering or related field

At least 1 year of experience in solar PV and/or battery system design

Working knowledge of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 5139

Experience with Pylon, OpenSolar or similar solar design software

Robust attention to detail and able to produce accurate technical documentation

Familiarity with AS/NZS 4777, DNSP processes, CAD software or SAA design accreditation is helpful

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📌 Electrical Engineering Draftsperson – Solar PV & BESS (Byron Bay)
🏢 Solar Start
📍 Byron Bay